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Nell Carter
Born
Sep 13, 1948
Died: Jan 23, 2003
Lived 54 years
Known For
Acting
Gender
Female
Career Highlights
34
Movies
24
TV Shows
Also Known As
Nell Ruth Carter
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Nell Carter
Acting
Biography
Nell Carter was an American actress and singer. Carter began her career in 1970, singing in the theater, and later began work on television. She was best known for her role as Nell Harper on the sitcom Gimme a Break!, which aired from 1981 to 1987.
Movies
34
TV Shows
24
The Little Pageant That Could
as
Self (archive footage)
2024
Back By Midnight
as
Waitress
2005
Broadway's Lost Treasures II
as
Performer (segment "Ain't Misbehavin'")
2004
Swing
as
Grace
2003
The Tulsa Lynching of 1921: A Hidden Story
Cast
2000
Perfect Fit
as
Mrs. Gordy
2000
My Favorite Broadway: The Leading Ladies
as
Self - Performer
1999
Sealed with a Kiss
as
Mrs. Wheatley
1999
We Wish You a Merry Christmas
as
Mrs. Claus (voice)
1999
Mother Goose: A Rappin' and Rhymin' Special
as
Mary (voice)
1997
Fakin' Da Funk
as
Claire
1997
A Benefit Celebration: A Tribute to Angela Lansbury
as
Self
1996
The Grass Harp
as
Catherine Creek
1996
The Proprietor
as
Millie Jackson
1996
The Misery Brothers
as
Courtroom Singer
1995
The Crazysitter
as
The Warden
1994
Bebe's Kids
as
Vivian (voice)
1992
Final Shot: The Hank Gathers Story
as
Lucille Gathers
1992
The Jaleel White Special
Cast
1992
Maid for Each Other
as
Jasmine Jones
1992
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